SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was Puma Express last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 2, 2026. The result listed by Boston Inspectional Services Department was “Passed”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
5 inspections on record, from Mar 6, 2026 to Nov 2, 2026.
Has Puma Express ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 5 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 6, 2026.
The Full Inspection History
5 inspections
Inspection
Nov 2, 2026
Passed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floors including under equiment and cabinets in food service area that is no longer in use with soils and debris Back side of beverage cooler floors and floors in back room with soils Floors in restroom with soils and paper Clean all areas
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
3 bay sink and handwashing sink located in back room handwashing sink in unused food service area and sink in restroom with soils- Clean
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Nov 2, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Oct 26, 2026
Failed
2 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Floors including under equiment and cabinets in food service area that is no longer in use with soils and debris Back side of beverage cooler floors and floors in back room with soils Floors in restroom with soils and paper Clean all areas
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-501.18-CWater, plumbing, and sewage
Official Wording
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)
Inspector’s Notes
3 bay sink and handwashing sink located in back room handwashing sink in unused food service area and sink in restroom with soils- Clean
In Plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Oct 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 26, 2026
Passed
1 recorded violation
minorCode 590.006/6-501.111-CPests
Official Wording
Controlling Pests (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Cleaning completed. Initial pest service 3/10/26 Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report via email
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 26, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 20, 2026
Failed (extension granted)
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Retail Shelves were observed with dust accumulation . Cleaning and maintain free of dust to prevent potential contamination
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The Floor throughout the retail were observed with debris. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Ceiling tile observed damaged above the storage area . Water stained observed on the wall above the storage area . Repair or replace
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Cleaning completed. Initial pest service 3/10/26 Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report via email
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rear Storage room area observed with excessive clutter including cardboard boxes and unused equipment stored directly on the floor. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Boston Inspectional Services Department, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source
Inspection
Mar 6, 2026
Failed
5 recorded violations
minorCode 590.004/4-602.13-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Retail Shelves were observed with dust accumulation . Cleaning and maintain free of dust to prevent potential contamination
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
minorCode 590.006/6-201.11-CCleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)
Inspector’s Notes
The Floor throughout the retail were observed with debris. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Ceiling tile observed damaged above the storage area . Water stained observed on the wall above the storage area . Repair or replace
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Mise dropping observed in the retail area under the chips shelving on top of the counter under the old coffee machine Inside the walk-in unit on the floor/ clean to remove./ Provide a detailed licensed exterminator’s report to keila.depina@boston.gov
In Plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
Maintaining Premises Unnecessary Items and Litter (C)
Inspector’s Notes
Rear Storage room area observed with excessive clutter including cardboard boxes and unused equipment stored directly on the floor. Clean to remove
In Plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.